Serving 1,184 students in grades 6-8, Farnell Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,184 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Farnell Middle School serves the northwest part of Tampa, FL, covering an area of approximately 21.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically drive 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farnell Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Farnell Middle School's student population of 1,184 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,184 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Farnell Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farnell Middle School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#328 out of 3662 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.9%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
42%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farnell Middle School's ranking?
Farnell Middle School is ranked #328 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Farnell Middle School often compared to?
Farnell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davidsen Middle School, Walker Middle Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend Farnell Middle School?
1,184 students attend Farnell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Farnell Middle School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farnell Middle School?
Farnell Middle School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Farnell Middle School offer ?
Farnell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Farnell Middle School part of?
Farnell Middle School is part of Hillsborough School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I used to go here. Until 7th grade, when I moved. I miss it so much. It's a very dramatic school, and someone with extreme social anxiety like myself barely could survive. But I wish I could've managed better. I could have had friends. But how can you have friends when you don't even talk? Anyway, It's a good school. I wish I could contact some students there. I miss them.-Kailyn W.
5 10/10/2025
I used to go here in 2002 for 7th grade. I made a lot of good friends and I loved going to that school every day. My favorite class was Language arts with Mrs. Layman she was also my math teacher. My favorite book I read in her class was The Watsons Goes To Birmingham and we even got to see the Movie version of the book. Mrs. Layman, if you're reading this You're THE BEST TEACHER I EVER HAD IN MY LIFE!
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